Tag: livestock
Financial factors farmers should consider in 2019
The year ahead will present some fiscal opportunities for farmers, but also many challenges.
Winter hay feeding methods to consider before spring arrives
There are several different methods of feeding large round bales of hay. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Farmer’s calf apparently shot with a broadhead
A western Pennsylvania farmer is looking for answers after he found one of his calves dead from an apparent broadhead wound.
EPA rule exempts farms from emissions reporting
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency may exempt livestock farmers from reporting the routine emissions from their farms to state and local authorities.
Holding time for feed may reduce swine disease risk
Knowing exactly how long certain feed ingredients have been securely stored before allowing their use on pig farms can reduce disease transmission risk.
Save money, use livestock to harvest hay
Using livestock to make later cuttings of hay is one of the best opportunities producers have to reduce costs and make more profit year after year.
USDA confirms more cases of Newcastle disease in backyard flocks
The USDA confirmed five more cases of virulent Newcastle disease in backyard exhibition chickens in California, bringing the total since May to 62.
Does seasonal lamb production affect the demand for lamb?
The seasonal supply of lamb is inconsistent, which leads to market price volatility, and consequences for carcass size and/or quality.
Paralephostrongylus tenuis affects small ruminants
Species primarily affected by P. tenuis include camelids such as elk, moose, llamas and alpacas as well as small ruminants such as sheep and goats.
